Naganos

You may know Nagano, Japan from the 1998 Olympics but there is so much more to this place. I love the snow, so this place is right up my alley.

Recommendations:

Hotel:

Aburaya Tousen

This is a Ryokan with wonderful staff and an authentic Japanese feel.

381-0402 Nagano, Yamanouchi, Sano 2586-5

Helpful Information:   Accepts Amex, Visa and MasterCard, free private parking on site

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Restaurants:

– Uzuraya  うずら家 

This place is known for its homemade soba noodles and is ranked remarkably high on Trip Advisor and Yelp.

Address: 3229 Togakushi, Nagano 381-4101

Address: 381-4101戸隠3229

Hours:  Thurs thru Tues 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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– Shinshu Soba No Kusabue  信州蕎麦の草笛 

Located on the third floor of the shopping complex above the Nagano Station

Address: 1-22-6 Minami Chitose, Midori Nagano Ogosso, Nagano

Address: 380-8543南千歳1-22-6MIDORI 長野おごっそダイニング

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– Misoya みそ家

Located outside the Nagano station – a ramen shop with an English menu

Address: 1362 Minaminagano, Suehiro Cho, Nagano 380-0837

Address: 380-0837南長野末広町1362